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Latest news
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Coronavirus: latest information and advice
The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC) and Public Health England (PHE) are leading the UK government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
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Fit testing face masks
Guidance on face fit testing and the measures that should be taken to minimise the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
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Social distancing, your business and in-work activities
What steps you and your business should take during the coronavirus outbreak.
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RIDDOR reporting of COVID-19
When, what and how you should report under RIDDOR.
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Protecting lone workers
New guidance to help manage risks and keep lone workers healthy and safe.
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Brexit transition period
Latest guidance on health and safety in the transition period.
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Annual Science Review 2020
This year’s review focuses on how HSE uses science and evidence to support its role as a regulator.
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Welding fume: revised guidance
Ensure exposure to welding fume is adequately controlled with our revised guidance.
Press releases
- HSE to prosecute Lightwater Valley Attractions 27 May 2020
- Oil company fined £1.2m after two workers suffer multiple burn injuries 22 May 2020
- Company fined £1.1m after worker injured in fall from height 21 May 2020
- A message from HSE's Chief Executive - International Workers Memorial Day 28 April 2020
Safety alerts
HSE vacancies
Change and Business Improvement Manager
(£51,962 - £58,227)
The Change and Business Improvement Manager plays a key role in defining, building and implementing our ambitious roadmap of digital and business transformation. The role will focus on operational and regulatory effectiveness and efficiency whilst improving the user experience..
Closing date: 14 June 2020
Line Manager in Human Factors Team
(£30,821 - £35,064)
We are looking for an experienced line manager to provide maternity cover for a highly skilled team of scientists and technical specialists in the field of Health and Safety related Human Factors. Please note this vacancy is FTA to cover maternity leave.
Closing date: 10 June 2020
Training and events
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Following the fast-changing developments and escalation of the COVID-19 outbreak in the UK, HSE have taken the decision to postpone all of our face-to-face training and events until September 2020.
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